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FHB House Framing in Pictures — Walls and Floor
Thick walls designed for continuous, full-depth insulation at the floor joists work well for production building.
Split Jacks When Framing a Window Opening
Split jacks let you work faster, but they introduce another hinge point in the wall, which could be problematic in high-wind and high-seismic-risk zones.
Use Interior Windows to Lighten a Dark Room
Adding a window to an interior wall is a beautiful way to extend sightlines and brighten up a space that has no exterior windows.
Built for Comfort: Envelope and Mechanical Decisions
Although keeping costs low informs decisions about the envelope and mechanical systems, homeowner comfort gets the final say.
Podcast Episode 67 — Siding Next to a Stepped Foundation
Building with insulating concrete forms, preventing rot on low-slope roofing, and mad props for your humble show-notes compiler.
Working by Yourself: Tips From a Solo Carpenter
Think working alone will lead to low-quality results? Well, you might be surprised when it ups your game.
Engineered Headers
Weyerhaeuser Parallam PSL beams are quick to install and offer strong support.
FHB House 2017: Framing
The double-sided assembly gives the project its 12-in.-thick walls.
Bringing Back Balloon-Framed Walls
This framing method helps create a more energy-efficient thermal envelope and air barrier.
Two Excellent Martinez Framing Hammers
Check out this quick video review of two new hammers from the founder of Stiletto.

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